Reviews

In the world of accounting software, the name Quickbooks is about as household as you get. It’s been around, in some form of another, since the early 1980s, and it continues to be an excellent choice for small business bookkeeping software. However, a lot has changed since the 80s, and although Quickbooks is still a …

Very few business owners—except those with a true passion for accounting—genuinely enjoy bookkeeping. However, it’s a necessary part of your business. that cannot be overlooked or worked around. Luckily, you can use one of the many automated accounting solutions offered in the B2B marketplace, something that saves you from the expense of hiring a full-time …

Choosing the right accounting software for your business is a big decision. Whichever ecosystem you enter will likely be your home for the foreseeable future. There are many different options out there, but all are looking up to Xero Accounting and QuickBooks Online, the household names of the cloud-based accounting software world. In reality, you …

Due to its world-class developer tools and general commitment to innovation, the payment processing company, Stripe, has become a darling of the digital economy. Mega companies, such as Target, and Under Armour, exciting upstarts such as Lyft and GrubHub, and world-renowned organizations such as UNICEF, all use Stripe to design and run their payment platforms. …

Choosing the right merchant services provider is a critical decision every business owner must make. On the one hand, you want to make things as easy as possible for your customer. But on the other hand, you need to keep fees down and ensure your bookkeeping processes are fully optimized. Luckily, there are many options …

Auto-bill can be a blessing and a curse, as you’ll see in this Truebill review. It’s a blessing because you don’t have to waste time paying–or even thinking about–bills. Which leaves you with more free time to focus on what matters most to you. But, automated billing can be a curse if you’re paying for …

If you think real estate investing is out of reach–say, because of cost or complexity–then keep reading this Fundrise review. And prepare to be pleasantly surprised! Fundrise lets you invest in residential and commercial real estate with just $500. The company helps investors meet their goals through an online crowdfunding platform. Buyers can pool their …

If you’re considering a Kabbage loan, or are trying to secure a loan for your small business, keep reading this Kabbage review. Kabbage gives you quick access to working capital through a line of credit. Because even if you have a low credit score, Kabbage may still give you a line of credit. Let’s start …

If you have a less than desirable credit score, or want to resolve inaccuracies with negative items on your credit report, read this Lexington Law review. The nationally-recognized credit repair company has helped thousands of clients correct credit reporting problems through free credit consultation and customized services. The company has a proven method for helping you …

In this Robinhood review, you’ll discover the pros, cons–plus, how you can get free stock like Apple, Ford, or Sprint–from leading stock trading app Robinhood. Robinhood allows you to invest in stocks, options, ETFs, and cryptos, commission-free, with a $0 minimum deposit. We’ll start with a brief overview before you sign up to get your …

Making trades with professional tools was once reserved for elite investors, but as you’ll see in this Tastyworks review, that’s no longer true. And, in this Tastyworks review, answer the following questions: What is Tastyworks? Who is behind Tastyworks? Who is Tastyworks for? How does Tastyworks work? How much does Tastyworks cost? What Is Tastyworks? The Tastyworks platform comes from …

Headquartered in Camas, Washington, Fisher Investments is a privately-held, fee-only (fiduciary) global money management firm founded in 1979 by Ken Fisher. They offer financial advisory services to clients across the U.S., Europe, Canada, Asia, and the Middle East. Fisher has authored the “Portfolio Strategy” column in Forbes magazine for more than 30 years. Fisher has …

Edelman Financial Engines was formed in November 2018 when Edelman Financial Services, LLC (founded by Ric Edelman in 1986) merged with Financial Engines Advisors, L.L.C. (established in 1997.) Based in Sunnyvale, CA, Edelman Financial Engines has $205,600,000,000 under its management, 467 advisors across its 180 branches nationwide, and over 1.15 million clients as of Q2 2019. …

Founded in 1922, Edward Jones is a St. Louis, Missouri-based full-service brokerage firm. They manage $311,986,498,067, have 16,984 advisors, and <7 million clients, as of Q4 2018. Edward Jones is one of the most recognized names in the industry. They’re an all-in-one personal finance management service. Services offered include: Wealth management Retirement and college savings, …

Want to finish more books? There’s just something about tackling a good book, cover to cover. And more than 50 percent of people agree audiobooks make that possible. And the coolest part? Your brain doesn’t distinguish between reading and listening to books. So it’s not like your “cheating” by listening instead of reading to your …

Shop on Amazon and want to make money for it? Read this Shoptracker review. If you shop online in America, you’re likely an Amazon shopper. In fact, “more than 75 percent of US online consumers shop on Amazon…“, as per a CNBC report. And, in this ShopTracker review we’ll be answering all of your pressing …

The easiest way to earn money online is with online surveys, as you’ll see in this new 2019 Survey Junkie review. Survey companies, or focus groups as they’re sometimes called, aren’t complicated: online surveys with Survey Junkie take 15 minutes or less–and you always get paid for them. Survey Junkie pays $2 to $69 per survey. And most take just a few minutes …

Cash back apps are the easiest way to put a percentage of the money you spend right back into your pocket. With the right cash back apps, you can earn money online, offline, or on the go–all while shopping like normal. And who doesn’t like the idea of making easy money buying things you need …

Surveys for money are the easiest way to earn money online, as you’ll see in this GrabPoints review. No technical skills required. Doesn’t take much effort. Can be done in your free time. And, best of all, GrabPoints guarantees the highest payouts of them all. Plus, GrabPoints doesn’t limit you to just online surveys. Survey …

Products on CarefulCents.com are mostly from our partners. However, this never influences our reviews. Opinions are our own. I felt compelled to write this Metromile review after my experience with them. Progressive has been my car insurance company for the last 10 years. I’ve paid $200 to $214 a month for coverage, on average. That’s …

If you’re looking for a convenient way to manage all of your financial accounts in one place, this M1 Finance review is for you. M1 Finance is a mobile app that is available for Apple and Android platforms. You can also access it through an online platform. M1 Finance provides you with a convenient way …

The Clarity app will help you manage your income, expenses, credit and more, as you’ll see in our Clarity Money review. So, whether you have a cash surplus, or need help on how to get out of debt, the Clarity app will allow you to keep track of your money situation, end-to-end. Marcus by Goldman …

Amazon beat their own two-day delivery time when they started the Fresh program, as you’ll see in our Amazon Fresh review. If you live close to a Whole Foods store and you don’t enjoy grocery shopping, you may find the service appealing. It isn’t necessarily a money-saving opportunity, but it has tremendous appeal in terms …

There are countless surveys sites online, as you’ll see in this Vindale Research review. Because doing surveys for money is such an easy way to make money fast. But there’s a problem. Most online survey sites pay little to nothing. Some are outright scams. So, it’s important to join survey sites which are legit, worth …

If you want to make a positive impact on the environment while potentially lowering your utility bill, this Arcadia Power review is for you. Do you cringe when your utility bill hits the mailbox? As the cost of electricity rises in many areas of the country, you’re not alone. You may have heard that you can save money on electricity …